Gourmia GAF652 Digital Air Fryer User Manual

Gourmia GAF652 Digital Air Fryer User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

• Read all instructions.
• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plugs, or the appliance in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination, repair, or adjustment.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause injuries.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
• Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control to “off”, then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Do not use appliance for other than intended use.
• Extension Cord:
• A short power-supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord
• Extension cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in their use.
• The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance.
• The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
• Oversize foods or metal utensils must not be inserted in an air fryer as they may create a fire or risk of electric shock.
• A fire may occur if the air air fryer is covered or touching flammable material, including curtains, draperies, walls, and the like, when in operation. Do not store any item on top of the appliance when in operation.
• Do not clean with metal scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch electrical parts involving a risk of electric shock.
• Extreme caution should be exercised when using containers constructed of materials other than metal or glass.
• Do not store any materials, other than manufacturers recommended accessories, in this air fryer when not in use.
• Do not place any of the following materials in the air fryer: paper, cardboard, plastic, and the like.
• Do not cover tray or any part of the air fryer with metal foil. This will cause overheating of the air fryer.
• Pressing the power icon at any time during the cooking process will shut down the unit causing the display to go dark immediately and power light to go off immediately. The fan will continue running for 40 seconds to cool down the unit.
• Use extreme caution when removing tray or disposing of hot grease.

ELECTRICAL POLARIZED PLUG

This unit has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, the plug is intended to be used by  inserting it into the electrical outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit securely into the outlet, reverse the plug and re-insert. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician for assistance. Do not modify the plug in any way.

KNOW YOUR AIR FRYER

NOTE: The silicone bumpers on the crisper tray should be left on during use. They are food grade and BPA-free. The bumpers can be removed for cleaning.

PREHEAT

When enabled, air fryer will preheat and prompt you when to add food. Tap PREHEAT to enable or disable preheating before tapping START. When preheating is enabled, PREHEAT appears in red on the display.

TURN REMINDER

When enabled, air fryer will prompt you to turn food halfway through cook time. Tap TURN REMINDER to enable or disable turn reminder before tapping START. When turn reminder is enabled, TURN appears in red on the display

DISPLAY, °F / °C, & SOUND

Below are display indicators and notifications for guided cooking prompts.

• TOGGLE °F / °C
  To toggle between displaying temperature in Fahrenheit and Celsius, press and hold TEMP / TIME.
• MUTE AIR FRYER
  To silence the air fryer’s beeping sound, press and hold STOP / CANCEL. Press and hold STOP / CANCEL again to turn the sound on.

NOTE: The air fryer will still beep for guided cooking prompts.

PRESETS CHART

NOTE: A check mark indicates preheat and turn reminder can be enabled or disabled by tapping PREHEAT / TURN REMINDER before tapping START.

BEFORE FIRST USE

• Remove all packaging, stickers, and labels from the air fryer, including the tape securing the basket to the unit.
• To pull out the basket for cleaning, secure the unit with one hand and pull the basket handle straight back with the other hand.
• Thoroughly clean the basket and crisper tray with hot water, dishwashing liquid, and a non-abrasive sponge.
• Wipe the inside chambers and outside of the air fryer with a moist cloth.

NOTE: During the first few uses, there might be a “hot plastic” smell. This is perfectly normal in new air fryers as the material is heated for the first time. The smell will go away after the first few uses.

WARNING

• Do not put anything on top of the air fryer.
• Do not place the air fryer against a wall or against other appliances. It is important to leave at least 4 inches of free space above and around all sides of the air fryer to allow for proper ventilation.
• Do not fill the basket with oil, frying fat, or any other liquid; this appliance works by circulating hot air.

To avoid the risk of fire:

• NEVER place the air fryer on a gas or electric stovetop, even if the stovetop is off.
• If using parchment paper or other liner, always be sure there is food in the basket so the liner is safely secured in place.

NOTE: When spraying food for a crispier finish, we recommend using regular cooking oil instead of cooking spray, as the latter may damage the accessories.

USING YOUR AIR FRYER

• Place the air fryer on a stable, level and heat-resistant surface.
• Place the crisper tray into the basket and slide it into the air fryer.
• Plug the air fryer into an outlet.
• Tap the power icon to turn the air fryer on

Preheat and turn reminder are on by default for recommended presets. PREHEAT / TURN appear in red on the display when enabled.

IF PREHEAT IS ENABLED

• Tap START. The display will show PrE xeat (Preheat) and the air fryer will begin preheating. Once preheated, the air fryer will beep and the display will show Add Food (Add Food).

WARNING: The basket will be hot. Do not touch hot surfaces!

• Remove the basket carefully, place food inside, and return it to the air fryer to automatically begin cooking.

NOTE: If the basket is not removed, the cook time will begin.

• IF PREHEAT IS DISABLED
• Remove the basket, place food inside, and return it to the air fryer.
• Tap START

IF TURN REMINDER IS ENABLED

• Halfway through the cook time, the air fryer will beep and the display will show turn Food (Turn Food).
• Remove the basket carefully and place it on a heat-resistant surface.
• Turn or toss the food using non-metal tongs.
• Return the basket to the air fryer to automatically resume cooking.

NOTE: If the basket is not removed, cooking will continue.

• When your selected cook time has elapsed, the air fryer will beep and the display will show End (End).
• Remove the basket carefully and place it on a heat-resistant surface.
• Remove food from the basket using non-metal tongs.

CAUTION:

Always use caution when removing the basket during / after cooking – hot steam may escape!

WARNING: The basket and food will be hot. Do not touch hot surfaces! Do not use sharp or metal utensils which can scratch the nonstick surface. Do not turn the basket upside down, as any excess oil that has collected on the bottom of the basket will leak onto the food.

STOP / CANCEL COOKING

Tap STOP / CANCEL to stop cooking. Tap START to resume cooking. Removing the basket from the air fryer during cooking will stop cooking. Returning the basket to the air fryer will automatically resume cooking. Tap STOP / CANCEL twice to cancel cooking.

TURN OFF AIR FRYER

Press and hold the power icon to turn off the air fryer. Unplug the air fryer from the outlet when not in use.

COOKING TIPS

• For an extensive list of foods and their ideal amounts, temperature and time settings, along with preparation notes, see the Air Fry Cooking Chart and Dehydrate Chart on pages 64 through 67 of the Gourmia Recipe Book.
• Check food for desired doneness a few minutes before cook time elapses and cook a little longer if necessary.
• Always ensure raw proteins reach food-safe temperature.
• Air fryers perform similar to ovens; follow oven instructions on item packaging or recipe.
• Snacks that can be prepared in an oven can also be prepared in the air fryer.
• Smaller ingredients usually require a slightly shorter cook time than larger ingredients.
• Preheating the air fryer before adding food will generally deliver the best results (see PREHEAT on page 9).
• When cooking multiple batches in a row, only preheat before the first batch.
• Turning or tossing food halfway through cook time will deliver evenly browned and crispy results (see TURN REMINDER on page 9).
• Toss fresh potatoes with 1 tablespoon of oil for a crispy exterior. Air fry the ingredients within a few minutes after adding the oil.
• Do not cook foods that will produce a large amount of grease in the air fryer.
• Place a baking pan or an oven-safe dish or pan in the basket to cook fragile or filled ingredients.

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

NEVER immerse cord, plug, or air fryer in water or any other liquid. Do not use metal kitchen utensils or abrasive cleaning material to clean the basket or crisper tray, as this may damage the nonstick coating

• Clean the air fryer after every use.
• Unplug the air fryer from the outlet before cleaning.
• Let the air fryer cool down completely before cleaning. Remove the basket from the air fryer to cool it down quicker.
• Clean the basket and crisper tray in the dishwasher’s top rack only or with hot water, dish soap, and a non-abrasive sponge.
• If residue is stuck to the bottom of the basket, fill it with hot water and dish soap and let it soak.
• Wipe the outside of the air fryer with a moist cloth.
• Clean the inside of the air fryer with hot water, dish soap and a cleaning brush to remove any food residue.
• Ensure the air fryer is completely dry before using.

STORAGE

• Unplug the appliance and let it cool down.
• Make sure all parts are clean and dry.
• Store the appliance in a clean and dry place.

ENVIRONMENT

Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life; instead, hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment.

GUARANTEE AND SERVICE

If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit www. Gourmia.com or contact your distributor.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

The air fryer does not work.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

The air fryer is not plugged in.
The timer has not been set.
The basket is not put into the air fryer properly.
The basket is overfilled.
The ingredients did not cook.
There are too many ingredients in the basket.
The set temperature is too low.
The cook time is too short.

SOLUTION

Plug the main plug into a grounded wall socket.
Tap + and – icons to set the required cook time to turn on the air fryer.
Slide the basket into the air fryer properly.
Do not fill the basket beyond max line.
Put smaller batches of ingredients in the basket. Smaller batches are fried more evenly.
Tap + and – icons to set the required temperature setting.
Tap + and – icons to set the required cook time.
Certain types of ingredients need to be shaken halfway through the cook time.
Ingredients that lie on top of or across each other (e.g. fries) need to be shaken halfway through the cook time (see TURN REMINDER on page 9).
The ingredients are fried unevenly.
You used a type of snack meant to be cooked in a traditional deep fryer.
Use oven snacks or lightly brush some oil onto the snacks for a crispier result.
Fried snacks are not crispy.
You are preparing greasy ingredients.
When you fry greasy ingredients in the air fryer, a large amount of oil will leak into the basket. The oil produces white smoke and the basket may heat up more than usual. This does not affect the air fryer or the end result.
White smoke comes out of the air fryer.
The basket still contains grease residue from previous use.
White smoke is caused by grease heating up in the basket. Make sure you clean the basket properly after each use.
Quality potatoes will give an even cook.
Use fresh potatoes and make sure they stay firm during frying.
Fresh fries are fried unevenly.
Potatoes are too starchy. Rinse the potato sticks properly and dry to remove starch from the outside of the sticks.
The crispiness of the fries depends on the amount of oil and water in the fries.
Make sure you dry the potato sticks properly before you add the oil.
Cut the potato sticks smaller for a crispier result. Add slightly more oil for a crispier result.

WARRANTY & SERVICE

This Limited Warranty is for one full year from the date of purchase and requires proof of purchase from an authorized seller. It is applicable to the original purchaser only and is not transferable to a third party user. Repair or replacement of defective parts is solely at Gourmia’s discretion. In the event that repair isn’t possible, Gourmia will replace the product/part. If product repair/replacement won’t suffice, Gourmia has the option of refunding the cash value of the product or component returned.

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